The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word STRONGMAN
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What does STRONGMAN mean?
STRONGMAN noun- Someone who performs feats of strength, sometimes in competitions or in a circus.
- A forceful or brutal person, usually a ruler or tyrant.